Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Area Studies - Global Science, Sustainability and Health Concentration
48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
The BA in International Area Studies is an interdisciplinary, intercultural and interactive major that links language study with other academic disciplines such as politics, history, economics, sociology, anthropology, literature and philosophy. Students develop intercultural awareness and the critical knowledge and skills necessary to understand current global political, social and economic trends. The major prepares students to become responsible citizens who are aware of larger world issues and local concerns, and who are able to draw on their knowledge of the humanities, social sciences and sciences when considering these issues. The interdisciplinary nature of IAS in particular is a key strength: rather than focusing on a single field (e.g., politics or anthropology), students can create a cohesive course of study while sampling classes from around the University. This concentration provides a solid social science and humanities education, along with grounding in the scientific and technical aspects of global development and trans-boundary environmental issues. Language courses and courses in sociology, anthropology, politics, history and other fields prepare students to be global citizens and to have knowledge of diverse cultures and global governance. In addition, students will study issues such as environmental science, international public health, development and sustainability. Drexel offers various study abroad opportunities in Europe and around the developing world, where students can get hands-on experience in global development work as well as honing their language skills. Students in this concentration will have a heightened awareness of the global challenges posed by environmental change, population growth and continuing poverty in a global context. This is the ideal concentration for those interested in working with the UN and other economic development and social services agencies, or in pursuing higher education and employment in public health, environmental sustainability and international social work.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
The BA in International Area Studies is an interdisciplinary, intercultural and interactive major that links language study with other academic disciplines such as politics, history, economics, sociology, anthropology, literature and philosophy. Students develop intercultural awareness and the critical knowledge and skills necessary to understand current global political, social and economic trends. The major prepares students to become responsible citizens who are aware of larger world issues and local concerns, and who are able to draw on their knowledge of the humanities, social sciences and sciences when considering these issues. The interdisciplinary nature of IAS in particular is a key strength: rather than focusing on a single field (e.g., politics or anthropology), students can create a cohesive course of study while sampling classes from around the University. This concentration provides a solid social science and humanities education, along with grounding in the scientific and technical aspects of global development and trans-boundary environmental issues. Language courses and courses in sociology, anthropology, politics, history and other fields prepare students to be global citizens and to have knowledge of diverse cultures and global governance. In addition, students will study issues such as environmental science, international public health, development and sustainability. Drexel offers various study abroad opportunities in Europe and around the developing world, where students can get hands-on experience in global development work as well as honing their language skills. Students in this concentration will have a heightened awareness of the global challenges posed by environmental change, population growth and continuing poverty in a global context. This is the ideal concentration for those interested in working with the UN and other economic development and social services agencies, or in pursuing higher education and employment in public health, environmental sustainability and international social work.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
Applicants to Drexel University are expected to have completed the high school curriculum that will best prepare them for freshman-year studies at the college level. English Language requirement: Students have a first (or native) language is English. They have studied at a high school for a minimum of three years where English is the primary language of instruction. We strongly recommend that students who choose this exemption still submit both the SAT or ACT and TOEFL or IELTS exams to demonstrate English language proficiency. They have received a minimum score of 600 on the SAT Critical Reasoning section or a minimum score of 27 on the ACT English section.
48 Months
Jan-2000
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